Time to take a short timeout from merely reading about the '80s and actually enjoy them again firsthand. The MAD Theatre of Tampa is throwing "A Totally Electric '80s Prom" on Saturday, Nov. 1.

The event is a fundraiser for the theater group and features a night of dancing, dining, drinks and even the crowning of a prom king and queen. The best part: It also has live entertainment by the official Stuck in the '80s cover band Rubix Cubed!

DRESS CODE: '80s prom attire is encouraged, but not required. However, if you show up in '80s attire, there's a good chance you'll score some cool door prizes.

SILENT AUCTION: Because it's a fundraiser, expect a wide variety of things that you can bid on, including signed souvenirs by Bucs players, a Rays jersey, gift certificates and baskets.

TICKET GIVEAWAY: Tickets are $45 for a single ticket, $40 a ticket when you buy multiple tickets. All of this includes full dinner, door prizes and entertainment. But I do have two free tickets to give away! Just e-mail me at stuckinthe80s@tampabay.com and I'll draw one name for a pair of tickets.

The prom is from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Quorum Hotel in Tampa. For tickets, call (813) 386-6173 or go to stagetix.com.